Namestnikov is definitely a tier below Miller as a player. However, I think the Rangers knew that when they included him and it was something else about Miller that offset the difference

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Mmmmmmmm...not really.

They're both on the same tier, but play a bit differently. Names is a much better offensive talent and better cat transitioning the puck into the OZ. Miller is a lot better on the forecheck and being a physical presence to move the puck and retrieving it.